UNAPOLOGETICALLY THICK AND FIT

So I liiiiiiive for being thick (cue the shower of peach emojis), but I hated being unfit. And I also continually hate how we live in a world where everyone thinks they know what a healthy body looks like. In May of 2017, did a 30-day challenge with Fitness Genes to help me get my life right, and it has truly changed me from the inside out. So I'm out here reppin' hard for my ladies of team #ThickGirlNation to show what being thick and healthy looks like, and to share everything I'm learning as I'm continuing to get my life right!

Within this blog you will find a wide variety of posts/personal essays that not only provide practical diet & exercise tips, but that also show how sustainable weight management starts with building the strength of your spirit.

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Girl... Don't Do It™

For many years Daysha had struggled with maintaining her weight at a place where she felt most comfortable. But what was even more frustrating was the fact that she exercised regularly, and went out of her way to eat “healthy” foods. But after starting a new fitness program, and learning more about what it meant to eat healthy, she learned that there were many “healthy” foods that were actually negatively impacting her results. So Girl... Don't Do It is her food review series where she digs into trendy health foods to see if they are a “YAAASS QUEEN” or a “Girl… Don’t Do It!

*As of Dec 2019, GDDI is on hiatus until further notice.

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Thick 'N Fit Kitchen™

Welcome to Daysha’s Thick ‘N Fit Kitchen™! This is a series where Daysha will take you into the world of her favorite healthy foods, meals, and eating hacks/tips. Are you ready for all of this unapologetic thickness?

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Thick N Fit Lifestyle

Being unapologetically thick n fit is not just about eating and exercising. It’s also about learning how to embrace a new way of thinking about your body and what it means to be healthy. This section contains posts/personal essays of Daysha’s mental journey towards building an unapologetically thick n fit lifestyle.

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A Cheap and Easy Way To Hydrate After A Night of Drinking // Thick N Fit Kitchen

A Cheap and Easy Way To Hydrate After A Night of Drinking // Thick N Fit Kitchen

I’ll give you a hint… It’s not water.

Unapologetically T+F, KitchenDaysha VeronicaJanuary 1, 2019Dr. Dan, holidays, Alcohol, daysha veronica, thick n fit kitchen, Fitness Genes

Thiccmas Cookies! (Almond Citrus Shortbread Cookies) // Thick N Fit Kitchen

Thiccmas Cookies! (Almond Citrus Shortbread Cookies) // Thick N Fit Kitchen

Santa ain’t ready for all this cookie y’all! Check out this easy 7 ingredient recipe for a new variation on holiday cookies this year.

Kitchen, Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaDecember 12, 2018cookies, daysha veronica, thick n fit kitchen, vanessa parish, baking, christmas, holidays, shortbread, recipeComment

8 Tips For How To Survive Holiday Eating Season // Thick N Fit Kitchen (November 2018 Q&A with Dr. Dan)

8 Tips For How To Survive Holiday Eating Season // Thick N Fit Kitchen (November 2018 Q&A with Dr. Dan)

Lord knows I live to go IN over the holidays, but this year I wanted to learn how to decrease the risk of messing up all my hard work in the gym. So here are the key highlights from my monthly Q&A livestream with doctor/educator/entrepreneur Dr. Dan on how to survive eating over the holidays!

Kitchen, Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaNovember 21, 2018Fitness Genes, Dr. Dan, daysha veronica, d, thick n fit kitchen, Livestream

7 Questions on How To Drink, Be Thick, And Stay Fit // Thick N Fit Kitchen (October 2018 Q&A with Dr. Dan)

7 Questions on How To Drink, Be Thick, And Stay Fit // Thick N Fit Kitchen (October 2018 Q&A with Dr. Dan)

One of the reasons why Dr. Dan is a true homie is because he gets that for people like you and me, we’re just trying to find the intersection between healthy and human. So if alcohol is an important part of your lifestyle that you can’t realistically imagine taking completely out of your diet, then come read up on his 7 tips on alcohol and fitness!

Unapologetically T+F, KitchenDaysha VeronicaOctober 25, 2018Dr. Dan, daysha veronica, thick n fit kitchen, Fitness Genes, Livestream, AlcoholComment

Thick N Fit Kitchen: What Are Mono- And Diglycerides

Thick N Fit Kitchen: What Are Mono- And Diglycerides

So my Thick N Fit Kitchen homework for you this week is to take a peek into some of the foods that you like to eat a lot, and double check to see if they contain mono- and diglycerides, and how high up on the ingredients list they are.

Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaOctober 6, 2018Comment

Thick 'N Fit Kitchen: Daysha's Tips On How To Pick Out A Good Protein Cookie

Thick 'N Fit Kitchen: Daysha's Tips On How To Pick Out A Good Protein Cookie

If it were possible to eat cookies for every single meal I high-key probably would.

Unapologetically T+F, KitchenDaysha VeronicaSeptember 16, 2018

Thick N Fit Kitchen: Daysha's Favorite Way To Have Her Avocado And Eat It Too

Thick N Fit Kitchen: Daysha's Favorite Way To Have Her Avocado And Eat It Too

So if you classify as being a part of the human species, then I'm sure you're as obsessed with avocado as I am.

Kitchen, Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaAugust 21, 2018

Is Chickpea Pasta a YAAASS QUEEN Or A Girl... Don't Do It?

Is Chickpea Pasta a YAAASS QUEEN Or A Girl... Don't Do It?

But listen up y’all… An important lesson that I learned in this journey is that some foods are just too sacred to have a veggie “noodle” substitute.

Don't Do It, Unapologetically T+FLily CombaMay 15, 2018Comment

Is Protein Popcorn A YAAASS QUEEN, Or A Girl... Don't Do It?

Is Protein Popcorn A YAAASS QUEEN, Or A Girl... Don't Do It?

I am a huge health foodie, and I always love learning about new foods on the market, especially high protein foods because I don't really eat meat anymore.

Don't Do It, Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaMay 8, 2018Comment

Daysha's High Protein Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats

Daysha's High Protein Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats

This is truly a comfort food dish, and one that is perfect for anyone who is as obsessed with peanut butter as I am.

Unapologetically T+F, Latest, KitchenDaysha VeronicaMay 7, 2018

Introducing "Girl... Don't Do It!" My New Food Tips Show

Introducing "Girl... Don't Do It!" My New Food Tips Show

Every other week I will review a new trendy “health” food, and using the knowledge that I learned about my body from Fitness Genes.

Don't Do It, Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaMay 1, 2018

The One Psychological Trick Food Advertisers Like To Use To Deceive You And How You Can Make Sure What You're Eating Is Actually Healthy For You

The One Psychological Trick Food Advertisers Like To Use To Deceive You And How You Can Make Sure What You're Eating Is Actually Healthy For You

"If there is one thing you must never forget about humans, it is that at some level we are all cognitive misers."

Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaApril 2, 2018

10 High Protein, Non-Meat Foods I Love To Keep In My Kitchen

10 High Protein, Non-Meat Foods I Love To Keep In My Kitchen

One of the best parts about eating protein-rich meals is how filling they can be, which will deter you from unnecessary snacking.

Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaMarch 25, 2018

Yes Queen Just Got Genetically Upgraded

Yes Queen Just Got Genetically Upgraded

Whether your goal is to be fit 'n thick, or lean 'n mean (in a good way, of course), or just happy 'n healthy, Fitness Genes might finally give you the words you've always been looking for!

Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaMarch 20, 2018

How I Had To Overcome "It's-Because-She's-Skinny" Syndrome

How I Had To Overcome "It's-Because-She's-Skinny" Syndrome

On my first night, Jack, the instructor, gave us a warm greeting as he glided across the room, and within seconds, a sharp tango beat pulsated throughout the room.

Unapologetically T+F, LifestyleDaysha VeronicaMarch 5, 2018Tango, dance, daysha veronica, skinny, body positive

What Is My Diet Is Like Post-Fitness Genes — Dropping Meat

What Is My Diet Is Like Post-Fitness Genes — Dropping Meat

My rule is that I am a non-meat-cooking household. So I don't prepare meat at home.

Unapologetically T+F, LifestyleDaysha VeronicaFebruary 19, 2018Fitness Genes, DNA Fitness, vegitarian, vegan, meat, protein, macros

Daysha's Day at BlogHer '18 Health and The VOTY Ceremony

Daysha's Day at BlogHer '18 Health and The VOTY Ceremony

So last week I flew to NYC to attend Blog Her '18 Health, annnnnd to accept a Voices Of The Year Award (VOTY)!

And I won the authenticity award for documenting my health journey with Fitness Genes.

Unapologetically T+F, LifestyleDaysha VeronicaFebruary 5, 2018Fitness Genes, DNA Fitness, daysha veronica, VOTY, Voices Of The Year, blogher, blogher health

I Won A VOTY Y’all!

I Won A VOTY Y’all!

While I wasn’t dealing with love, the overall message still holds true that even when you're sad by the lack of success you're having for the things you want, always have the courage to try one more time, because you never know…

Unapologetically T+F, LifestyleDaysha VeronicaFebruary 1, 2018blogher, blogher health, Voices Of The Year, VOTY, Fitness Genes, DNA Fitness

MOTTO FOR 2018

MOTTO FOR 2018

MAY MY THIGHS BE THICK...

BUT MY PROFIT MARGINS BE THICKER!

Unapologetically T+FDaysha VeronicaJanuary 1, 2018

WELCOME TO UNAPOLOGETICALLY THICK AND FIT

WELCOME TO UNAPOLOGETICALLY THICK AND FIT

This will be my online sanctuary devoted to covering all things health/fitness/wellness.

Unapologetically T+F, LifestyleDaysha VeronicaDecember 31, 2017daysha veronica, thick n fit, Fitness Genes